I Ching and Astronomy

Author: Lu Yang
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Publish Date: 2003-06-01
Features: The I Ching is one of the important classics of ancient Confucianism in China. "Yi" takes the form of divination and is imbued with philosophical content, possessing early natural science and natural philosophy ideas. It holds a significant position in the history of Chinese culture. Astronomy is the science of understanding the universe and is an ancient discipline that originated in ancient times. This book primarily narrates the relationship between the Zhou Yi and the universe. When discussing astronomical phenomena, in addition to standard celestial phenomena such as the sun, moon, and Big Dipper, it also touches on some constellations and certain atmospheric phenomena. The book includes a dedicated chapter on the evolution of ancient Chinese calendars and explores the influence of the Zhou Yi on the thoughts of ancient Chinese people and their cosmological concepts.